Army Chief of Pakistan celebrated Eid with troops and tribal elders
Rawalpindi, Pakistan: The Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan General Raheel Sharif who visited South and North Wazirastan Agencies to celebrate Eid with soldiers has said that Terrorists are running away as their networking has been destroyed through Zerb-e-Azab operation against terrorists but the equal focus will now remain on finding terror financing, choking all their sources and apprehending all financiers, abettors and sympathizers.
COAS stayed overnight at Wana Camp, South Wazirastan Agency. General Raheel Sharif also visited Eidak, NWA, met troops and exchanged Eid greetings. At Eidak, COAS also met people who were displaced during operation against terrorists and now they have returned to their homes.
According to Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR) of Pakistan Army, the COAS was briefed by Operational Commanders on progress of the operation Zarbe Azb and he expressed his complete satisfaction over the exceptional progress and achievements on the ground so far.
While meeting and interacting with troops, COAS lauded their high state of morale, courage and determination in execution of the operation.
“Defending the motherland, staying away from our homes and families is a military tradition that we cherish and proud off. The overwhelming support and trust of our nation in their armed forces is our biggest asset. Our nation stands united today behind us in accomplishing any mission assigned to us, and we will never let them down, said Gen. Raheel.
Paying rich tributes to who sacrificed their lives for the country and those who wounded during this war to defend Pakistan, COAS said that they have rendered supreme sacrifice for defence of the country
“We can never forget them especially at this revered occasion of Eid. Their best remembrance is not to let their sacrifice go waste. These handful of terrorists are on the run and will not find any place to hide, added Gen. Raheel Sharif.
He was of the view that alongside FATA, proactive counter terrorism operation in urban areas by Law enforcement agencies were producing desired effects.
Later, COAS visited TDP Camp Bannu to spend time with tribal elders from NWA and assured them of the wholehearted support and commitment of the Army and the nation in providing them not only relief but in executing an ultimate resettlement plan for them. He emphasized that we are long time partners in peace building in the erstwhile troubled FATA regions. He directed all agencies involved in return process to ensure a timely repatriation and a better quality development work.
